Research Associate I

Planet Pharma; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma in San Diego, CA seeks a Research Associate I responsible for designing and performing experiments while collaborating and communicating effectively.

Responsibilities include performing minimally complex experiments, data analysis, reagent preparation, and maintaining GLP standards; travel within the U.S. may be required. The role emphasizes strong written/verbal communication and document in notebooks and reports.

Qualifications

• B.A./B.S. in Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field.
• 0–2 years post-baccalaureate lab experience.
• M.S. without thesis acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Performs minimally complex experiments with input from supervisor.
• Understands experimental goals and may contribute to experimental design.
• Analyzes data from individual experiments with input from supervisor and documents in lab notebook or report.
• Able to summarize a group of experiments.
• Effectively communicates with peers and supervisor; may present data in group meetings.
• Prepares reagents and panels.
• Participates in lab maintenance activities.
• Maintains training log.
• Ensures proper transportation, handling, and disposal of hazardous, bio-hazardous and/or infectious substances.
• Operates and calibrates general lab equipment.
• With instruction from supervisor, may write study protocols and reports to support part of the project.

Skills

GLP knowledge

Lab safety

Data analysis

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's in Molecular Biology/Chemistry/Biochemistry

Tools

Basic lab equipment

Job description

Summary:

Research Associate I responsible for designing and performing experiments while collaborating and communicating effectively.

Primary Responsibilities for the Role:

• Performs minimally complex experiments with input from supervisor.


• Understands experimental goal and may provide input to the experimental design.


• Analyzes data from individual experiment with input from supervisor and documents work in laboratory notebook or report.


• Able to summarize a group of experiments.


• Effectively communicates with peers and supervisor. May present data in group meetings.


• Prepares reagents and panels.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Participates in lab maintenance activities.


• Maintains training log.


• Ensures proper transportation, handling, and disposal of hazardous, bio-hazardous and/or infectious substances.


• Operates and calibrates all general lab equipment.


• With instruction from supervisor, may write study protocols and reports to support part of the project.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Good knowledge of GLP.


• Working knowledge of laboratory safety and record keeping.


• Strong mathematics skills.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Microsoft Office Suite: Powerpoint, Excel, Word.

Education:

• B.A./B.S. Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field

Experience:

• 0 – 2 years post-baccalaureate laboratory experience in academia or industry


• M.S. without thesis

Equivalency:

Depending of the area of assignment, directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competences may be considered in place of the state requirements. Example: if a job Level typically requires an Associates’ Degree plus 2 years of experience, an equivalent could be included 4 years of experience or a Bachelor’s Degree.

Occupational Demands

Work is performed in both a lab and an office environment. Frequently sits for 4-6 hours per day. Occasionally walks. Occasionally bends and twists neck. Light to moderate lifting and carrying objects with a maximum lift of 50lbs. Some occasional travel within the United States. Able to communicate
complex information and ideas so others will understand; ability to listen and understand instruction. Ability to apply abstract principles to solve complex conceptual issues.

Pay Rate Range: 20-26/hr depending on experience